1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 288 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Tipo | Leon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |